Xpadorians (eks•pä•dôr′ē•ənz) n. Expats in Ecuador

Morning Update – Monday, October 3, 2011

Clarke and Brenda…Next Stage – The Greens are off to Madrid, the first stop on a six week vacation to Spain and Morocco followed by a cruise. Don’t worry about Bugger and Wanker; there will be a house sitter looking after them.

Cuenca Chronicles – Lenny loves to engage with the locals during his morning walks. He is fearless about trying unknown fruits for his smoothies. Sharon approaches a new culture differently; she needs the time to get used to life in Ecuador.

Gringos Abroad – The Haines were introduced to the Red Mangrove Lodges when they vacationed on the Galapagos Islands. What started out as a mystery guest gig has turned into a job creating marketing materials and blogging for their website.

Jill Sare’s TravelBlog – This has been a month of transition for our gal Jill as she adjusts to life in Baños without a car. She’s now giving English lessons to an interesting variety of students. Slowing down has led to new discoveries about the town and if you come to visit she’ll be happy to show you around.

Retiring in Ecuador – If you’re thinking about buying a car in Ecuador you’ll get the best deal if you pay with all cash. David has learned from his friends that Quito is the best place for price and selection.

Rich and Nancy – The couple got rid of an uncomfortable reclining loveseat and replaced it with two relaxing chairs with foot stools. It was touch-and-go if the movers could fit the castoff in the elevator or would they have to haul it down ten flights of stairs.